Bansi - Pratappur, Chatra
Bansi is a village situated in the Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pratappur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Humajang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bansi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bansi is 348358. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 825404 pincode. Pratappur is the nearest town.
Bansi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bansi
According to the 2011 Census, Bansi village had a total population of 338 people, including 167 males and 171 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.93%, with male literacy at 76.34% and female literacy at 44.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 338 | 167 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 100 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 67 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Bansi
Bansi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bansi
Bansi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Bansi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bansi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bansi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bansi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bansi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bansi
Where is Bansi located?
Bansi village is located in Pratappur Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bansi?
The Gram Panchayat of Bansi is Humajang.
What is the pincode of Bansi?
The pincode of Bansi is 825404.
What is the population of Bansi?
Bansi had a total population of 338, including 167 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Bansi?
Bansi had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bansi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bansi was 59.93%. Male literacy was 76.34% and female literacy was 44.12%.